Comparison

Universal TV Remote Control + vs Remote Control

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Universal TV Remote Control +

Transform your smartphone into a wireless remote for all major smart TV brands. Control volume, channels, playback, and navigate apps with ease. Say goodbye to multiple remotes and enjoy seamless TV control.

Highlights
  • Universal compatibility with major smart TV brands
  • Wi-Fi remote control, no hardware needed
  • Volume and channel controls
  • Media playback controls
  • Virtual keyboard for text input
  • Auto-detects TV for quick setup
  • Intuitive user interface
Features
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Lost your TV remote again? Take control in seconds — 100% free, no weekly subscription, no trial trap. Turn your iPhone into a universal remote for your Smart TV. Power on, adjust volume, switch channels, navigate menus, launch your favorite streaming apps and search by voice. No more dead batteries, no more hunting behind the couch — just tap and control. WHY CHOOSE THIS REMOTE - Truly free — no weekly charge, no forced trial, no surprise fees - Auto-Connect — reconnects to your last TV automatically, every time - Voice Search — find shows without typing on a clumsy on-screen keyboard - Fast setup — connects over your home WiFi, no extra hardware needed - Clean, simple design made for everyday use EVERYTHING YOU NEED - Power, volume, channels and input switching - D-Pad and touchpad navigation - Number pad for direct channel access - Full keyboard for fast typing - Media playback: play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, stop WORKS WITH MOST SMART TVs & STREAMING DEVICES - Samsung Smart TV - LG (WebOS / Netcast) - Sony Bravia - Roku TV - Amazon Fire TV & Fire Stick - Android TV & Google TV — including Philips, TCL, Xiaomi, Sharp, Hisense, Hitachi, Telefunken, Grundig and other Android TV models HOW TO START 1. Connect your phone and TV to the same WiFi network. 2. Open the app — your device is detected automatically. 3. Follow the on-screen pairing step if your TV asks for it, then control instantly. FAQ - Is it really free? Yes — control your TV for free, no subscription. - Do I need WiFi? Yes, phone and TV on the same network. - Will it work with my TV? Most modern WiFi Smart TVs and streaming devices are supported. Download Now – It's 100% Free Say goodbye to remote chaos and enjoy full TV control in your pocket. Universal TV Remote Control – built for convenience, designed for everyone. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Amazon, Google or any supported brand. It is a third-party tool designed to work with their platforms. Privacy Policy: http://www.universal-tv-remote.com/privacy-universal-remote.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Remote Control

Transform your iPhone into a universal smart TV remote. Control volume, channels, and navigate with a touchpad. Connects wirelessly over Wi-Fi for instant, hassle-free control of multiple TVs.

Highlights
  • Full remote functions
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Favorite channel access
  • Auto-Wi-Fi connection
  • Multi-TV support
  • Haptic feedback
Features
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Turn your iPhone into the powerful remote for your Smart TV. Forget about lost or broken remotes - with this app, your phone does it all. Key Features: - Full remote functions: volume, channels, inputs & more. - Easy touchpad navigation with Home, Back & Menu. - One-tap access to your favorite channels directly from the app. - Auto-connects to your TV over Wi-Fi - no setup hassle. - Works with multiple TVs in one app. - Smooth design with haptic feedback for realistic control. How It Works: 1. Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi. 2. Launch the app and select your TV. 3. Enjoy instant, wireless control. Say goodbye to missing remotes and hello to a faster, smarter way to control your TV. ______________________ You can purchase an auto-renewable subscription to get full access. Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews for the same price and the duration period depends on the selected plan (weekly or yearly) unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off the auto-renewal feature at any time by changing your account settings. Please choose from our standard subscription options below: 1-week subscription from $3.99; 12-month subscription from $19.99. Prices may change depending on your country. Privacy Policy: https://appliks.com/privacy-policy ​​Terms of Use: https://appliks.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Universal TV Remote Control +4 screens
Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Universal TV Remote Control + at 3 against Remote Control's 1. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote Control + sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Remote Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Universal TV Remote Control + against 4.3 for Remote Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 8 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Universal TV Remote Control + versus Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversal TV Remote Control +Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (18 ratings) — better4.3 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB152 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppAgencyAppLiks Sp. z O.O.

Customer experience

Universal TV Remote Control +

All ratings18 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

Remote Control

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Universal TV Remote Control +

Subscriptions2
  • Remove Ads Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Remove Ads Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Ad-free Forever$29.99
3 purchases

Remote Control

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Access with Trial3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Access$3.997 Days
  • Yearly Access$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Universal TV Remote Control + free?
Universal TV Remote Control + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Remote Control free?
Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote Control + or Remote Control?
Universal TV Remote Control + is rated higher. Universal TV Remote Control + averages 4.4 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Remote Control averages 4.3 from 8 ratings.
Do Universal TV Remote Control + or Remote Control have ads?
Both Universal TV Remote Control + and Remote Control show ads.

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